Tyler
Toadies Lyrics
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And she runs, and she waits, and I wait
We can drive to anyplace,
day or night, across the state
And in the morning, into Mexico, we will wake up
I find a window in the kitchen, and I let myself in
I can't believe I'm really here,
and she's lying in that bed
I can almost feel her touch, and her anxious breath!
I stumble in the hallway, against the bedroom door
I hear her call out to me, I hear the fear in her voice
She pulls the covers tighter, I press against the door
I will be with her tonight!
The Toadies' song Tyler is a haunting tale of an obsessive love that is both exhilarating and disturbing. The opening lines convey the image of a woman who is happy and carefree, running through her days with a smile on her face. It is not clear whether this is the singer's perception of her, or if it is actually true. There is a sense of longing as he talks about how he waits for her, but it is not clear what he is waiting for.
The second verse is more ominous, as the singer describes a situation in which he and his lover can drive to anyplace, day or night, across the state. He mentions going into Mexico, although it is unclear whether this is a literal or metaphorical journey. There is a sense of danger and adventure, but also a feeling that something is not quite right.
The final verse brings the story to its climax, as the singer finds himself in his lover's house, rummaging through her refrigerator and feeling her presence in the room. He stumbles into the hallway and hears her calling out to him, but there is fear in her voice. The last line of the song is chilling, as he declares that he will be with her tonight.
Overall, Tyler is a disturbing and powerful song that captures the intensity of an obsessive love. The lyrics are ambiguous enough that the listener can interpret them in a number of ways, but there is no mistaking the emotional power of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
And she runs through her days with a smile on her face
She seems to be happy and carefree despite any issues she may be facing
And she runs, and she waits, and I wait
She's busy doing her own thing, and I wait around for her
We can drive to anyplace,
day or night, across the state
We have the freedom to go anywhere at any time, regardless of distance
And in the morning, into Mexico, we will wake up
We plan to wake up in a completely different country and start a new adventure
I find a window in the kitchen, and I let myself in
I break into her house without permission
Rummage through the refrigerator, find myself a beer
I help myself to her food and drinks without asking
I can't believe I'm really here,
and she's lying in that bed
I'm surprised to have made it this far, and she's vulnerable and exposed in her bedroom
I can almost feel her touch, and her anxious breath!
I'm so close to her that I can almost sense her presence and feelings
I stumble in the hallway, against the bedroom door
I'm clumsy and not in control of my actions
I hear her call out to me, I hear the fear in her voice
She's scared and wants me to leave her alone
She pulls the covers tighter, I press against the door
She's trying to protect herself, and I'm trying to force my way in
I will be with her tonight!
I'm determined to have my way with her, regardless of how she feels about it
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TODD LEWIS
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@devinbacho2076
I was born in 93. This is all sorta
New to me but I love it being a 90’s child and spirit.
I like this sound I like the name and the vibe.
I’m happy these guys
Could represent and illustrate such a time.
And i must end by saying I miss Kurt Cobain and the similarities he contributed to the glorious sounds we call rock and roll.
P.s. “the sky is blue, women have secrets.” Bruce Willis much move to all
And to all a good day and night
🔴🟣🔵🟢🟡🟠
@RubenRabitt
And she runs
Through her days
With a smile
On her face
And she runs
And she waits
And I wait
We can drive
To any place
Day and night
To cross this state
And in the morning
Into Mexico
We will wake up
We will wake up!
We will, yeauh yeauh!
I will be with her, yea!
I find a window in the kitchen
And I let myself in
I rummage through the refrigerator
Find myself a beer
I can't believe I'm really here
And she's lying in that bed
I can almost feel her touch
And her anxious breath
I stumble in the hallway
Outside the bedroom door
I hear her call out to me
I hear the fear in her voice
She pulls the covers tighter
I press against the door
I will be with her tonight, yea
I will be with her tonight
I will be with her tonight, yea
I will be with her tonight
I will be with her, yeauh yeauh
I will be with her, yea
@fmekhitarian
I’m actually glad we’re the select few who know that these guys were one of the 90’s best bands.
@devsox1
Agreed
@Ophelia_Pain
ppl have no idea about the lyrics. stupid morons. Toadies are fucking Amazing and always will be. Super Dark and lovely.
@TheeMikeForce
I never seen their CD in any bin, or I’d gotten it
@ironsmack10
Them and local H, two of the most underrated bands ever
@beepingbeej
Right! I love these guys and all the alternative bands in the mid 90s especially 95-99
@nickademus489
I have to say, still one of my favorite songs of all time. I am 42 years old, grew up in the 90s, and know ALL the bands and music, and I still come running back to The Toadies, every, single, time. I still don't think they know how much they touched their fans, or how deeply ingrained into our beings their music is. They deserve nothing but the best in life! Viva Los Toadies!
@raalphsic4527
42.....
@stevejenkins6924
Underrated band one of the best bands of the 90s I think.
@bitaliovillarreal9451
Played in a cover band back then and all loved the toadies songs....forget about it. $$